7. Using a food processor, pulse cooled black beans until fairly well blended, then place in a mixing bowl.

8. Add cooled vegetables to beans.

9. In a small cup, mix spices together until well blended. Add to bean/vegetable mixture.

10. In a small cup, mix egg replacer and water until frothy.

11. Add panko breadcrumbs and egg replacer to bean/vegetable mixture and mix together by hand until everything is incorporated and you can make a ball out of the mixture. Add a bit more water if it's too dry.

12. Weigh each ball to 4 ounces, place between two pieces of wax paper and hand-press to form patties. NOTE: These work best if you make them ahead and chill until ready to cook. These also freeze well. Makes 10-12 patties.

To cook, add oil to hot, non-stick sauté pan or flat griddle and sear until a light crust forms. Flip over to cook the other side. Cheese optional. Serve on grilled bun with mayo (plain, vegan or spicy variation on either). Add lettuce, tomato and onion.